Interstitial Cystitis

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Interstitial Cystitis Definition

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Interstitial cystitis is chronic inflammation of the wall of the bladder. Inflammation can lead to scarring, pinpoint bleeding of the bladder wall, and a decreased bladder capacity. Although the symptoms are similar to those of a bladder infection , there is usually no clear cause.

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